Health & Wellness Events

Assistant Professor of Counselor Education Daniel Gutierrez will present his research on the intersection of spirituality and counseling.

Learn how to defend yourself in close combat: how to block, counter attack and escape. Practice the techniques with real people! Free Self Defense Class provided by Shotokan Karate Club with professional Karate instructor from Newport News Dojo.

Join the W&M School of Education for a community forum on justice, equity and activism in the educational community. Faculty members will join community leaders in a panel-style discussion.

Come listen to International Cycling Celebrity and CEO of Slipstream Sports & Cannondale-Drapac Professional Cycling Team share his passion for the sport and his contributions towards ethical competition.

Join the Parks Research Lab outside Swem as we get the community together to collect natural materials and celebrate the beauty of our green spaces while creating something incredible together!

The Haven has partnered with Tribe Adventure Programs (TAP) at the Rec Center to offer a therapeutic recreation trip specifically for sexual assault survivors.

Join us for a night of exercise and relaxation through Vinyasa yoga led by Alison Bracken, a 200hr RYT certified instructor, in our Building on the Legacy: African American Art from the Permanent Collection exhibition!

Walk with us to promote physical activity on campus!

This workshop will help you examine the various emotional challenges that you may experience while at W&M.

Join W&M Mortar Board by de-stressing with cookies and coloring on the 1st floor of Swem!

Feeling run-down, stressed, tired? Take some time to learn how best to take care of yourself! Come learn about self-care with Active Minds, with a presentation from a member of our Counseling Center.

The Parks Research Lab hopes to encourage students to find a moment to enjoy a green space and the benefits that these spaces can have on mental health, even if it's just with the background of your phone.

We want to help you find the perfect park or green space so that you can get outdoors and benefit your mental health this finals season with a "Park Prescription" from the Parks Research Lab!

Lift your spirits, open your mind, and raise awareness, as we watch this humbling documentary about the AIDS Memorial Quilt with heart-warming vocals by Bobby McFerrin and a brief discussion to follow. [Note: some professors may offer extra credit]  

Walk with us to promote physical activity on campus!

Relax, rejuvenate, and rejoice the end of the semester at a Yoga session with student instructor Alison Bracken. Women in Business will have hot cider and healthy snacks to help you de-stress and prepare for finals season! 

Learn to eroticize safe sex. Whether you're sexually active or abstinent, get answers to your questions in this sex-positive, trauma-informed space for undergraduates and graduates. 

Relaxation Sessions start the week of September 18th! Limited space available. 

Don't miss out on planning time to relax!

Gentle yoga while staying mindful and in the present moment!